Potassium Phosphate Powder – Food / Nutraceutical Grade

Potassium phosphates (monopotassium and dipotassium phosphate) supply potassium and phosphorus and act as buffers and stabilisers. They are used in electrolyte formulas, sports nutrition and dairy or plant-based beverages.

Supplied as a mineral salt / chelate for supplement, premix and fortification use; elemental mineral content is declared on the CoA.

GUTINS Potassium Phosphate — food / nutraceutical grade is offered for manufacturers, formulators and brands. Specification: food / nutraceutical grade; form / technology: Salt / chelate; diet suitability: Generally vegetarian.

Product Specifications

Key Benefits

• Supports electrolyte balance
• Provides potassium and phosphorus
• Contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism (phosphorus)
• Buffers and stabilises protein beverages

Uses & Applications

Typical applications: Mineral supplementation, premix, tablets/capsules.

• Electrolyte and sports drinks
• Protein shakes and plant milks (buffer)
• Multimineral premixes
• Clinical nutrition
• Creamers and dairy analogues

How to Use / Dosage

• Typical daily intake: 99–500 mg/day potassium from supplements; phosphorus intake counted in total diet
• Typical use level: 0.1–0.5% in beverages and dairy as buffer; 5–20% in electrolyte powders
• Formulation tip: Calculate dosage on elemental mineral content (see CoA), not on total salt weight.
• Weigh accurately and pre-blend small quantities with a carrier (e.g. maltodextrin, MCC or rice flour) for uniform distribution.
• Final dosage should be based on the lot-specific Certificate of Analysis, the target serving size and the rules of your destination market.

Solubility & Formulation

Freely soluble in water; insoluble in ethanol and oils

Storage & Handling

Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place below 25 °C; hygroscopic – reseal promptly and protect from humidity.. Keep container tightly closed; use clean, dry utensils. Shelf life is typically 24 months in unopened original packaging (see CoA).

Regulatory Note

Permitted source of potassium in US dietary supplements and foods and listed under EU Directive 2002/46/EC and Regulation 1925/2006. Verify maximum levels and warning requirements in destination market. Mono- and dipotassium phosphate are GRAS and EU additive E340; specify the exact salt on documentation.

Diet suitability: Generally vegetarian. This product is supplied as a raw ingredient for further manufacturing and is not a finished consumer product. The buyer is responsible for ensuring the ingredient, its use level and all label claims comply with the regulations of the destination market (e.g. FDA, EFSA, FSSAI, Health Canada, TGA).

Caution & Disclaimer

• Consult a healthcare professional if taking ACE inhibitors, ARBs, potassium-sparing diuretics or with kidney disease (risk of hyperkalaemia)
• High-dose potassium tablets may irritate the GI tract; US products commonly limited to <=99 mg K per serving
• Monitor total phosphorus intake in kidney impairment

For manufacturing, formulation and professional use only. Not for direct consumption in concentrated form. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid inhalation of dust and contact with eyes; use suitable PPE when handling. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use if pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a medical condition. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Bulk & Wholesale Orders

Need more than 5 Kg, a custom specification, private label support or documentation (CoA, TDS, SDS, allergen and GMO statements)? Contact the GUTINS team for bulk pricing and lead times.